Nalian Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 (edited) Tonight I held Roo for the last time. We have been riding a roller coaster all summer with Roo's health, having good days where he acts like a puppy, to bad days where he doesn't want to get up or see anyone, or eat anything. His kidneys have been slowly failing him for a few years now, and despite diet and medicine, it was really starting to take it's toll on him. This weekend was bad for Roo, and we came to the hard decision that it was time. I made an appointment for a very nice vet to come to my house to help Roo pass. I lucked out with Roo today, as he was having a really good day. I took the day away from work to work from home, and stayed glued to him the whole day. We laid in bed working remotely for a few hours, before moving to his favorite place, the couch. I took him for frequent walks around the block, fed him all kinds of bad food, much to his delight. Towards the end of the day, it was easy to see that he was tired, but very happy. At 6 pm, I held my sweet boy in my lap for one last time as he peacefully went to sleep, and then left me forever. I feel so awful and I really hate being the adult that has to make these decisions. It's not fair and it just hurts. I am so grateful for the day I had today with him, but that makes tonight without him so much more acutely painful. Roo, I miss you so much, and I am so sorry. At times like this I really wish I believed in a higher power, so that I could see you again someday. I hope you understand. Edited September 11, 2008 by Nalian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 {{{{{{{{{{Nalian}}}}}}}}}} Godspeed, Roo. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I'm so very sorry for your loss. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MnMDogs Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I'm so sorry, especially sorry that I never got to meet your sweet boy, and you had to make this decision. And I do understand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliforniaGreys Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 (edited) I am so very sorry. And as much as I respect your belief, I still hope your boy sends you a sign. Run with the angels sweetboy Edited September 11, 2008 by cbudshome Quote Missing my little Misty who took a huge piece of my heart with her on 5/2/09, and Ekko, on 6/28/12 For the sick, the lost, and the homeless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gert Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I'm so sorry for the loss of your dear boy, Roo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nalian Posted September 11, 2008 Author Share Posted September 11, 2008 I am so very sorry. And as much as I respect your belief, I still hope your boy sends you a sign. Run with the angels sweetboy I do appreciate that - truly. I think the worst part has to be anticipating the routine. No head bumps for attention..no that thump hitting the floor is not Roo thunking his head down. No that noise is the cats messing with something.. I just keep expecting it to be him. Ugh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrAlexTheDog Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 i'm sorry to read about your loss. your last day with him reminds me so much of our last day with our nikki. we too had decided on the day that we would let nik go. we too spoiled her silly with food, with treats, with our companionship. but having that power to send her on her way was something i neither wished nor asked for. Quote Steve, owner/photographer Crackerdog Photography, writer of ShutterHounds. Follow me on Instagram.Alex (Sanja Black Eyes [1989-2003] - Sanja Superfrank x TH's Fandango), Nikki (Ein's Ardonis [1995-2008] - Farmer Wilson x Legs Polly),Sadie (Carla Tar [2002-2014] - Coldwater Guv x Canatar), Katie (Leading Home [2003-2013] - Iruska Excalibur x Impress Me Much),Bean ([2013-] - DJays Octane x O Ya Cranberry), and Billy Bob (O Ya Billy Bob [2011-2020] Dodgem By Design x O Ya Cranberry) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JerseyGirlInOz Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I'm so sorry Quote "Hurricane Sandi" (Baurna to Run). Forever missing my "Angel-With-A Crooked-Halo" Hailey, and "Mokkah" (Xpress Point) with all my heart. "If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went." ~~Will Rogers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HeatherDemps Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 (edited) I'm so sorry for your loss. Your last day together sounds wonderful. There is no "good" way for it to happen when it comes time to say goodbye, but I think this is really the ideal way- to cherish your favorite things together and to have the time to say goodbye without rushing it. Edited September 11, 2008 by HeatherDemps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyPoopon Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I'm so sorry. Godspeed Roo. Quote Standard Poodle Daisy (12/13) Missing Cora (RL Nevada 5/99-10/09), Piper (Cee Bar Easy 2/99-1/10), Tally (Thunder La La 9/99-3/10), Edie (Daring Reva 9/99-10/12), Dixie (Kiowa Secret Sue 11/01-1/13), Jessie (P's Real Time 11/98-3/13), token boy Graham (Zydeco Dancer 9/00-5/13), Cal (Back Already 12/99-11/13), Betsy (Back Kick Beth 11/98-12/13), Standard Poodles Minnie (1/99-1/14) + Perry (9/98-2/14), Annie (Do Marcia 9/03-10/14), Pink (Miss Pinky Baker 1/02-6/15), Poppy (Cmon Err Not 8/05-1/16), Kat (Jax Candy 5/05-5/17), Ivy (Jax Isis 10/07-7/21), Hildy (Braska Hildy 7/10-12/22), Opal (Jax Opal 7/08-4/23). Toodles (BL Toodles 7/09-4/24) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest PiagetsMom Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I'm so sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patricia Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 Godspeed sweet Roo. I am so sorry. You will meet again one day. We have to believe. My sympathy and prayers. Quote Patti-Mommy of Lady Sophia 7-28-92 - 8-3-04... LaceyLaine 8-2-94-12-5-07... Flash Gordon 7-14-99 - 8-29-09... BrookLynne...Pavé Maria... and 18 Bridge Kids. WATCHING OVER US~SOPHIA~QUEENIE~LACEY LAINE~ CODY ANGELO~FLASH GORDON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 Quote Wendy and The Whole Wherd. American by birth, Southern by choice. "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup!" ****OxyFresh Vendor ID is 180672239.**** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HJsM Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 Sympathy to you and yours. I remember a lot of good times with the "Roo Cam" back when you first adopted him....Rest in peace, Roo. Quote ATASCOSITA DIAZ - MY WONDER DOG!Missing our Raisin: 9/9/94 - 7/20/08, our Super Bea: 2003 - 12/16/09, our Howie: 9/17/97 - 4/9/11, our Bull: 8/7/00 - 1/17/13, our Wyatt Earp: 11/22/06 - 12/16/15, and our Cyclone 8/26/05 - 9/12/16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest HoustonGreys Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I am very sorry for your loss. You had a wonderful last day together. I know you'll cherish your memories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remolacha Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I am so sorry. sometimes being the grownup is the pits Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RileysLegacy Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I am so very sorry to read this. I loved Roo and you guys have always held a very special place in my heart. You are in my thoughts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iluvgreys Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I'm so very sorry for your loss. I remember all the pics you used to post of your dear boy, and the Roo cam which was hilarious. He was well loved and cherished deeply, and will never be forgotten. Godspeed, precious Roo... Quote Jeanne with Remington & Scooter the cat....and Beloved Bridge Angels Sandee, Shari, Wells, Derby, Phoenix, Jerry Lee and Finnian.....If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heavenand bring you home again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greypuppyluv Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I'm so sorry for your loss of Roo. Quote Paula & her pups--Paneer (WW Outlook Ladd), Kira & Rhett (the whippets)Forever in my heart...Tinsel (Born's Bounder - 11/9/90-12/18/01), Piper, Chevy, Keno, Zuma, Little One, Phaelin & WinnieGreyhound Adoption Center ~ So Cal rep for Whippet Rescue And Placement For beautiful beaded collars, check out my Facebook page: The Swanky Hound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I'm so sorry for the loss of your precious one. You will be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fliggie Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 Deepest deepest sympathies Quote My Photojournal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Charlies_Dad Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 Sorry for your loss and having to make that decision. It is one of the hardest. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Run free Roo, run free.... Quote Kyle with Stewie ('Super C Ledoux, Super C Sampson x Sing It Blondie) and forever missing my three angels, Jack ('Roy Jack', Greys Flambeau x Miss Cobblepot) and Charlie ('CTR Midas Touch', Leo's Midas x Hallo Argentina) and Shelby ('Shari's Hooty', Flying Viper x Shari Carusi) running free across the bridge. Gus an coinnich sinn a'rithist my boys and little girl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest vahoundlover Posted September 11, 2008 Share Posted September 11, 2008 I am so sorry Run Free Roo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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